Bette Alexander passed away on April 15, 2026 at home surrounded by family. She was 94. She continued making art until just a few weeks before her death.

Alexander had been painting since age 16 when she saw El Greco’s “View of Toledo” at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, and realized that painting was her life’s calling.

The book THE MUSIC IN US provides an in-depth overview of her rich life and varied career with more than 80 high-quality color reproductions. Order now from the publisher’s online store with free shipping or from your favorite bookstore.

Alexander was an empathetic social observer fascinated by how we relate to nature, culture and each other.

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